The Blue Day Book for Kids: A Lesson in Cheering Yourself Up (Hardcover)

by Bradley Trevor Greive (Author)
Key Phrases: Blue Day

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Product Description
Enchanted by the wildly successful Blue Day Book's poignant, often funny, photos of animals and clever, poetic insights, many parents and teachers from all over the world wrote the author asking, "When will you do a version of this book for children?"

That day has finally arrived. The Blue Day Book for Kids features the same style of delightful black-and-white animal photos found in its New York Times best-selling predecessor. But this special edition for children is accompanied by compassionate words of wisdom written especially for children 12 and under. As BTG says, "Hey, even little people have big blue days."

The deceptively simple, imaginative story line reflects a child's sensibility about the symptoms, causes, and cures for those times when children feel tired, grumpy, left out, or think that nothing ever goes as they planned. Even on days when brussels sprouts are served at dinner . . . a cherished toy must be shared . . . a homework avalanche looms . . . or a silly mistake is made in front of friends or family, The Blue Day Book for Kids provides children with a literary umbrella to laugh off the unexpected rain life can bring.

About the Author
New York Times best-selling author Bradley Trevor Greive is now a household name worldwide since writing The Blue Day Book, the precursor of The Blue Day Book for Kids. His seven prior books have won awards internationally and sold more than 10 million copies. Born in Tasmania, Australia, Bradley spent most of his childhood living in the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, and Singapore. A graduate of Australia's Royal Military College, he served as a paratroop platoon commander before leaving the army to pursue more creative misadventures. Also an award-winning artist, cartoonist, poet, toy designer, screenwriter, inventor, and qualified cosmonaut, Bradley lives mostly in Sydney, Australia.

Product Details

• Reading level: Young Adult
  
• Hardcover: 48 pages
• Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing (March 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0740750232
• ISBN-13: 978-0740750236
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 8.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #105,879 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Family Favorite!, October 3, 2005

By	Truth Empowers - See all my reviews

My children (ages 7 and 4) stumbled across this book at our favorite bookstore recently, and I can't say enough about the smiles and cheer it has brought them. I now plan to buy this book as a gift for every child I know (and even a few adults). Adorable black and white photos have managed to capture our animal friends in the most peculiar poses, opening wonderful dialog opportunities in our family. Even if you aren't "blue" this book will elevate the mood of anyone, any age. It's destined to be a favorite for many families.
(For the record, this is my first Amazon review. I usually don't post reviews, although I do write them professionally. When I noticed this book had no shopper reviews yet, I couldn't help but share my opinion with viewers. If you're wondering whether or not this book is a keeper, I can't think of anyone who wouldn't love it! Enjoy!)

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book for children!, January 30, 2009

By	S. Perez "Sil P." (Garden State, NJ) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book really got my daughter into reading. Wonderful message for kids, (self help, inspirational)

4.0 out of 5 stars cheery, August 29, 2008

By	Jennifer Hollingsworth (Oakland, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have a 5 year old who has a hard time getting over things that don't go his way. I was glad to try a book that might suggest options to him without them coming from me - as he is often resistant to my suggestions. No miracles but I think we might try reading it every week or more and see how things sink in now that he's in kindergarten. The pictures are fun and inviting to turn the next page.